Pennsylvania law sections 6606 and 6607 outline the rules for terminating or modifying prospective relief in prison conditions litigation. Relief can generally be terminated after two years, with provisions for early or immediate termination if certain conditions are met, and restrictions apply if ongoing violations exist. Additionally, the law addresses time limits on settlements related to such litigation.
Relief can generally be terminated two years after it was granted or approved, or one year after an order denying termination, with exceptions for ongoing violations.
Yes, parties can agree to terminate or modify relief before the standard period under this law.
Relief can be immediately terminated if it was approved without a record finding that it is narrowly drawn, necessary, and the least intrusive means to address the violation.
Yes, relief cannot be terminated if the court finds that ongoing violations still require correction and the relief remains necessary, narrowly tailored, and least intrusive.